structuRECIPE: White Bean Chicken Chili

This super-awesome chili is another staple of the Structure Fitness household. This is the go-to meal for a busy, busy day. It doesn't take very long to make. Plus, you can just leave it in the pot on the stove (off, of course) and heat it up when you get home for a delicious, hearty and healthy meal.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
• 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 handfull fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 (15 ounce) can white kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can crushed tomatoes
• 2 green onions, chopped
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Directions

1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken and onion in oil 4 to 5 minutes, or until onion is tender.
2. Stir in the chicken broth, green chiles, crushed tomatoes, garlic powder, cumin, oregano, cilantro, and cayenne pepper. Reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Stir in the beans, and simmer for 5 more minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. Garnish with green onion and shredded cheese.